Pathology Assistant - Franklin, TN

Advance your laboratory career as a skilled Pathology Assistant, contributing essential expertise within a dynamic pathology department. This contract role provides the opportunity to utilize your advanced training and certification while handling diverse, high-acuity surgical specimens and supporting timely diagnostic outcomes.

Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
• No on-call requirements

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ recent experience as a Pathologist Assistant in a laboratory environment
• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred
• Current PA (ASCP) certification is mandatory and must be active at submission
• Prior travel experience is a plus but not mandatory
• Comprehensive COVID-19 vaccine series (or valid exemption) required by start date
• Ability to provide documentation of all certifications and degrees upon hire

Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently process, dissect, and examine a wide range of surgical specimens
• Accurately prepare and complete surgical case reports with a focus on quality patient outcomes
• Operate specialized laboratory equipment such as gross room hoods and cryostats for frozen sectioning
• Strictly adhere to established protocols to uphold the accuracy of gross dissections and support robust diagnostic processes
• Apply critical thinking, initiative, and problem-solving skills in daily workflow to ensure reliable clinical results
• Collaborate effectively with laboratory and pathology team members to maintain efficient operations

Other Details

• All time off requests must be included at the time of submission; unnecessary absences are not permitted
• Candidates will be selected through a thorough interview and management review process

This role is ideal for certified Pathology Assistants ready to take the next step in their career, ensuring precise patient care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you meet the above criteria and are ready for your next professional challenge, apply today to be considered for this rewarding laboratory position!